Hi! We're CATCH!
We strive to "catch" the children who fall through the cracks of the mainstream toy market.
250+
Toys Adapted
50+
Children Helped
100+
Volunteers
10+
Partner Organizations
How We Make a Difference
Through innovative toy adaptations and community support, we're creating a world where every child can experience the joy and benefits of play.
Toy Adaptation
Modifying toys to make them accessible for children with various disabilities, adding switches and sensory features.
Community Support
Building a supportive community of families, volunteers, and organizations working together for inclusive play.
Educational Workshops
Teaching families and caregivers how to adapt toys and create inclusive play environments at home.
Volunteer Programs
Training volunteers to help with toy adaptations and community outreach initiatives.
Transforming Lives Through Adaptive Play
Every adapted toy we create opens up new possibilities for a child with disabilities. From simple switch modifications to complex sensory adaptations, our work ensures that play is truly inclusive.
- Custom switch adaptations for motor disabilities
- Sensory-friendly modifications for autism spectrum
- Visual and auditory enhancements for sensory impairments
- Accessible designs for cognitive differences
Stories from Our Community
Hear from the families whose lives have been changed through adaptive play.
CATCH transformed my daughter's ability to play independently. The adaptive toys they provided have given her confidence and joy.
Parent
As an occupational therapist, I've seen firsthand how CATCH's toys help children develop critical skills through play.
Pediatric OT
Volunteering with CATCH has been incredibly rewarding. Knowing that my work directly impacts children is amazing.
Volunteer
CATCH's partnership with our hospital has enabled us to provide therapeutic toys to dozens of young patients.
Child Life Specialist
Join Our Mission
Whether you're a family seeking adaptive toys, a volunteer wanting to make a difference, or an organization looking to partner with us, there's a place for you in the CATCH community.
Together, we can ensure that every child has access to the transformative power of play.
Support CATCH Today
Your donation helps us adapt more toys and reach more children who need them. Every contribution makes a difference in a child's life.
Donate NowAbout CATCH
CATCH is committed to making play accessible to all children.
Our Story
CATCH began as a simple idea: what if we could modify toys to make them accessible for children with disabilities? What started as a small project at UNC Chapel Hill has grown into a thriving nonprofit organization serving families across North Carolina.
Our founders recognized that while the toy market offers countless options for a wide range of children, children with disabilities still encounter barriers to play. Traditional toys may be difficult to activate, lack sensory feedback, or simply not be designed with accessibility in mind.
Today, we've adapted hundreds of toys, trained dozens of volunteers, and most importantly, brought smiles to countless children's faces. Our work goes beyond simple modifications – we're building a more inclusive world where every child can participate in the fundamental human experience of play.
Our Core Values
These principles guide everything we do and shape our approach to creating inclusive play experiences.
Inclusion
We believe every child deserves access to play, regardless of their abilities or disabilities.
Innovation
We develop new and creative solutions to expand accessible play and reach more children.
Community
We build strong partnerships with families, volunteers, and organizations to maximize our impact.
Excellence
We strive for the highest quality in every adaptation and interaction with our local community.
Our Journey
From a small student initiative to a recognized nonprofit organization making a real difference.
2019
Foundation
CATCH was founded by a group of passionate students and professionals at UNC Chapel Hill.
2020
First Adaptations
We completed our first 50 toy adaptations, learning and refining our processes with each project.
2021
Community Growth
Expanded our volunteer base and established partnerships with local therapy centers and schools.
2022
Workshop Program
Launched our educational workshop program, training families and caregivers in toy adaptation techniques.
2023
Regional Impact
Reached 250+ adapted toys and began serving families across North Carolina.
2024
Innovation Hub & NC State Chapter
Established our innovation lab for developing new adaptation techniques and training materials. Launched NC State University chapter to expand our reach.
The Impact of Accessible Play
Play is not just fun – it's fundamental to child development. Through play, children develop motor skills, cognitive abilities, social connections, and emotional resilience. When children with disabilities can't access traditional toys, they miss out on these crucial developmental opportunities.
Our adapted toys level the playing field, giving children with disabilities the same opportunities for growth, learning, and joy that all children deserve. We've seen children light up when they can independently activate a toy for the first time, families bond over shared play experiences, and communities become more inclusive and understanding.
250+
Toys Adapted
50+
Children Helped
100+
Volunteers
10+
Partner Organizations
